Jayachithra B
Test Manager
Chennai
Summary
Transitioning from a quality-focused environment where I honed skills in test planning, issue resolution, and process optimization. Experienced in leading cross-functional teams and managing project timelines to successful completion. Looking to apply this foundation in a new field to enhance operational efficiency and foster innovation. Skilled at aligning testing strategies with broader project objectives, ensuring compliance with industry standards, and consistently improving software quality.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
2
2
Certifications
Work History
Test Manager
TNQ Technologies
04.2021 - Current
- Defined testing and acceptance strategies and determined quality assurance benchmarks.
- Increased product reliability by conducting rigorous performance, security, and usability testing.
- Updated ongoing testing procedures for software to account for changes resulting from post-release patches.
- Enhanced test efficiency by implementing automated testing processes and tools.
- Reduced defects in production with thorough regression testing and identification of root causes.
- Mentored junior team members by providing guidance on industry best practices and advanced testing techniques.
- Ensured compliance with relevant industry standards by adhering to strict quality assurance guidelines throughout all stages of software development.
- Collaborated with development teams to establish clear test objectives, ensuring alignment with project goals.
- Identified areas for process improvement within the testing lifecycle, leading to reduced time-to-market for products.
- Reviewed bug reports and error logs, translating data into digestible reports for senior leadership personnel.
- Optimized software quality by overseeing comprehensive test plans and protocols.
- Gathered data on integration issues and vulnerabilities, reported findings and recommended improvements.
Assistant Test Manager
TNQ Technologies
04.2018 - 03.2021
- Defined testing and acceptance strategies and determined quality assurance benchmarks.
- Increased product reliability by conducting rigorous performance, security, and usability testing.
- Reduced defects in production with thorough regression testing and identification of root causes.
- Updated ongoing testing procedures for software to account for changes resulting from post-release patches.
Test Lead
TNQ Books and Journals
03.2014 - 03.2018
- Streamlined testing processes for increased efficiency and reduced overall test cycle time.
- Conducted regression testing of existing products.
- Enhanced product performance with thorough troubleshooting and identification of critical defects.
- Reduced defect leakage rate by conducting thorough root cause analyses and proactively addressing areas of concern in future release cycles.
Test Lead
Helios and Matheson
09.2013 - 03.2014
- Collaborated with QA team to test software quality through manual and automated testing.
- Carried out tests to identify, report and repair bugs and glitches.
- Teamed on planned tests and time-sensitive ad hoc requests.
Associate
Cognizant Technologies Solutions
11.2007 - 08.2012
- Optimized test cases to maximize success of manual software testing.
- Managed test planning and execution, ensuring comprehensive coverage of functional requirements.
- Assisted in root cause analysis investigations helping developers pinpoint areas where improvements could be made to enhance overall software quality.
- Ensured seamless integration of new features by performing end-to-end system testing across multiple platforms.
- Kept scripts and test cases updated with current requirements.
Education
Master of Science - Computer Applications
MADRAS UNIVERSITY
Chennai, India 04.2001 -
Bachelor of Science - Computer Science
THIRUVALLUVAR UNIVERSITY
Vellore, India 04.2001 -
High School Diploma -
SMS Vimal Mat.Hr.Sec. School
Ranipet, India 04.2001 -
Skills
Test execution management
Manual testing
Test case design
Functional testing
Test planning
Project management
Scrum framework
Test automation
Certification
Certified CSM, Scrum Alliance - April 2027
Timeline
Test Manager
TNQ Technologies
04.2021 - Current
Assistant Test Manager
TNQ Technologies
04.2018 - 03.2021
Test Lead
TNQ Books and Journals
03.2014 - 03.2018
Test Lead
Helios and Matheson
09.2013 - 03.2014
Associate
Cognizant Technologies Solutions
11.2007 - 08.2012
Master of Science - Computer Applications
MADRAS UNIVERSITY
04.2001 -
Bachelor of Science - Computer Science
THIRUVALLUVAR UNIVERSITY
04.2001 -
High School Diploma -
SMS Vimal Mat.Hr.Sec. School
04.2001 -
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